Must-see shopping in Europe

  • Littera

    Vilnius

    You'll find the university bookshop, which sells souvenirs too, in MK Sarbievijus courtyard.

  • Nilüfer Haltun

    Western Anatolia

    Sells stylish earrings, pendants and İznik tiles in a cedar complex dotted with tea tables.

  • Velour by Nostalgi

    Gothenburg

    Revamped flagship store of local label. Stocks slick, stylish streetwear for guys and girls.

  • Olivier Strelli

    Bruges

    Belgium's best-known designer, who has an emphasis on colourful scarves, shoes and watches.

  • Alab'Arte

    Volterra

    A workshop where you can watch alabaster being carved and also purchase the artisans' work.

  • Kränku

    Visby

    Tea fiends should head here for local blends, which make for soothing, civilised souvenirs.

  • Dick's

    Edinburgh

    Men's and women's fashion, accessories and homewares from small, independent manufacturers.

  • Violet’s Second Hand Shop

    Lemesos (Limassol)

    A great place for clothes and jewellery, including some interesting Cypriot vintage pieces.

  • Wild Pony

    South Cornwall

    A treasure trove for vintage togs, from leather jackets to retro dresses and cowboy boots.

  • Organic Market

    Sarlat-la-Canéda

    An atmospheric, largely organic night market operates on Thursdays in the medieval centre.

  • Chanel

    Paris

    Box jackets and little black dresses, chic ever since their first appearance in the 1920s.

  • Safrantat

    Safranbolu

    Safrantat is one of the big local names in Turkish delight. Pop in to get your sugar fix.

  • Corvus

    İzmir & the North Aegean

    The island's best-known winery has a retail outlet just off Cumhuriyet Caddesi in Merkez.

  • Enoteca

    Northwestern Sardinia

    Stock up at the wine shop at Sella e Mosca, northern Sardinia's best-known wine producer.

  • Beermania

    Brussels

    Complete with a tasting café, international delivery service and online sales.

  • Il Salumaio

    Bari

    Breathe in the delicious smells of Puglia's best produce at this venerable delicatessen.

  • Truffle Market

    The Dordogne

    Brântome has a weekly winter market of the local delicacy, the black Périgord truffle.

  • Jean-Vier

    Biarritz

    A sumptuous place to shop for gorgeous Basque linens and lively Basque-inspired designs.

  • Humanitas

    Vilnius

    Wonderfully stocked with art, design, architecture and titles on all things Lithuanian.

  • Dada

    Northwestern Tuscany

    While away a pleasant hour admiring the creative goodies in this stylish concept store.

  • Humanitas

    Romania

    Humanitas is a small but helpful bookshop, with a tiny collection of titles in English.

  • Mandarin

    Fuerteventura

    Gorgeous, cool and very stylish jewellery, scarves, blouses, jackets, shirts and bags.

  • Mythos Gallery

    Lesvos

    Attractive high-end jewellery shop that also sells pottery. Located above the harbour.

  • Aristaeus

    Tbilisi

    A great selection of Georgian cheeses, plus jars of artisanal jams, honey and sauces.

  • Le Marché de Nathalie

    The Ardennes

    Bouillon's best beer shop, with a wide selection including self-brewed local options.

  • Charles Chocolatier

    Paris

    Delectable artisan chocolates made with 100% cocoa butter (no milk, butter or cream).

  • WH Smith

    Paris

    This branch of the British-owned chain is Paris’ largest English-language bookshop.

  • Marché

    Alsace

    A huge outdoor market, held since 1435, takes over the streets around the town hall.

  • Fanny Michel

    Gothenburg

    Awash with lace, hats, scarves and other accessories. There's an outlet in Haga too.

  • Crafts Market

    Lyon

    Along the Saône, artists sell their paintings, sculptures, photography and more.

  • Ramunė Piekautaitė

    Vilnius

    A swanky boutique showcasing locally designed business, leisure and bridal wear.

  • Crocojazz

    Latin Quarter

    Specialises in jazz, blues, gospel and timeless crooners, mostly on vinyl or CD.

  • Oliviers & Co

    Avignon

    Fine olive oil and olive-oil-based products, such as soap, creams and biscuits.

  • Gallerí Laugarvatn

    The Golden Circle

    Local handicrafts, from Icelandic sweets and ironwork to ceramics and woollens.

  • Kartousa

    Athens

    Eclectic, folky handmade jewellery and homewares brighten this tiny storefront.

  • Waterstone’s

    Cork City

    Huge general bookshop, with the best travel-guide section in southwest Ireland.

  • Rose's Books

    Parc Cenedlaethol Bannau Brycheiniog

    This lovely little store specialises in rare children's and illustrated books.

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